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| Collector | Ellemann, L. |
| Number | 327 |
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| Country | Tanzania |
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| Locality | Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Nasiporiong´, Savanna woodland, treecover dominated by Acacia hockii. Burned in September 1992. Information by Peter Metele and Lekura Metele, Irmakaa-age group, Nasiporiong´. |
| Coordinates | 3° 12' S 35° 12' E |
| Minimum elevation (m) | 1800 |
| Maximum elevation (m) | 1800 |
| Start date | 1993/04/13 |
| End date | 1993/04/13 |
| Family | Olacaceae |
| Identification | Ximenia americana L. |
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| Field notes | Tree 2 m high. Maasai name: engámmai (small) alámmai (big). Use: roots are boid to a red decoction, which is mixed with milk to make the milk go further. The red fruits are eaten by particularly herd boys, as a substitute for lunch. |
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